Micarta Scales

[diverdale]

Looking at ordering some Micarta material from @BossDog . What thickness do you guys usually start with?

 

[EdCaffreyMS]

If for use on a standard sized knife, I'd recommend 3/8" thick....... remember..... you can always take some away.....but if it's too thin, you can never put any back.

 

[diverdale]

If for use on a standard sized knife, I'd recommend 3/8" thick....... remember..... you can always take some away.....but if it's too thin, you can never put any back.

Yeah I was figuring 3/8” but wanted to dbl check ... also didn’t want to create more dust/waste than need be

 

[BossDog]

the most popular thickness is 3/16" and will work on any knife. If you want heavy surface sculpting, go with 3/8"
1/8 is usually used on folders or small, thin blade. 1/4" is general, all around.

 

[diverdale]

the most popular thickness is 3/16" and will work on any knife. If you want heavy surface sculpting, go with 3/8"
1/8 is usually used on folders or small, thin blade. 1/4" is general, all around.

Thanks @BossDog I ordered a set 3/8" this time. Might be good to have the extra material since I'm new to this. I do like the price of the 3/16" better though